- Must visit
Augustinermuseum
Freiburg’s main fine arts museum in a former monastery church, known for medieval sculptures, stained glass, and Upper Rhine art.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
367 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 7 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Freiburg im Breisgau on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 367 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 228 miles (367 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price | $179 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau:
A bus is $69 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $109 (€89).
A bus is $140 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $179 (€147).
Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 57m.
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $85 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $45 (€37). The journey takes 6h 35m versus 5h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 04:37PM | Duration 9h22 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:38PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 9h52 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:25 PM Düsseldorf | 9h10 | 10:35 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 PM Düsseldorf | 8h40 | 12:30 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Düsseldorf | 10h35 | 2:55 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Düsseldorf | 8h40 | 1:30 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:20 PM Düsseldorf | 10h35 | 3:55 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Düsseldorf | 8h00 | 3:40 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Düsseldorf | 8h00 | 4:40 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 8h20 | 12:05 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 10h10 | 5:25 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 8h15 | 7:20 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 228 miles (367 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 228 miles (367 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Freiburg im Breisgau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Freiburg im Breisgau trip today.
Freiburg’s main fine arts museum in a former monastery church, known for medieval sculptures, stained glass, and Upper Rhine art.
Contemporary art museum with rotating modern and postwar exhibitions, a good stop for visitors interested in current visual culture.
Natural history and ethnology museum covering regional geology, biodiversity, and global cultural collections; especially good for families.
Freiburg’s most important square, framed by the cathedral and market stalls, and one of the city’s essential gathering places.
The historic old town is the heart of Freiburg, known for walkable lanes, Bächle water channels, and dense medieval character.
Hill overlooking the city with walking trails and panoramic viewpoints, especially popular for sunset and social-media photos.
Cured and smoked pork shoulder, usually served with potato salad or sauerkraut. A classic Baden dish commonly found in traditional inns around Freiburg.
A thin, crisp tart topped in the classic style with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon. Popular across the Upper Rhine and closely associated with southwestern Germany and nearby Alsace.
Soft egg noodles layered with melted cheese and fried onions. A comforting southern German specialty often served in Freiburg taverns and mountain inns.
A long-standing panoramic restaurant above Freiburg, known for refined regional cooking, cakes, and impressive views over the city.
A well-known Freiburg brewery restaurant near the old town, popular for house-brewed beer and hearty Baden dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Historic inn widely known as one of Germany’s oldest guesthouses, serving regional cuisine in a classic and atmospheric old-town environment.
Moderate for Germany. Student dining and bakeries are affordable, while central hotels and sit-down dinners cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Tip by telling the total before the card is charged.
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